Thomas Nelson High School

Thomas Nelson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
150 Generals Blvd,  Bardstown, KY
Nelson County Public Schools
4.4
643 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Courtney Holbert
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.1%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
35.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
348:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.1%
Female
45.9%
White
93.9%
Hispanic
3.3%
Black
1.5%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Kentucky 164 Students
Western Kentucky University 147 Students
University of Louisville 144 Students
Eastern Kentucky University 91 Students
Elizabethtown Community & Technical College 70 Students
Murray State University 49 Students
Bellarmine University 47 Students
Morehead State University 45 Students
Campbellsville University 41 Students
Northern Kentucky University 38 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 36 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Business 23 Students
Biology 23 Students
Education 18 Students
Physical Therapy 17 Students
Elementary Education 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 11 Students
Occupational Therapy 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 74 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/19/2025
The indecision is the worst thing about my school. For the entire time I've been at Thomas Nelson the local school board has been in negotiations to consolidate the two high schools in the district. The consolidation would give all students equal access to more classes but it until they decide which school they will be closing we have no idea if where we'll graduate from
4.0 Senior
11/4/2023
I think that Thomas Nelson is really good for students who are able to push themselves. There are lots of opportunities for dual credit classes and AP. Many students are even able to earn their Associates Degrees before they graduate high school.
5.0 Senior
12/30/2020
The staff members at Thomas Nelson High School truly care about their students and make connections that last for years. It is a great school that prepares the students for college!

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Thomas Nelson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Bardstown, KY and is served by the Nelson County Public Schools in Kentucky. The school has a total enrollment of 643 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Thomas Nelson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bardstown Alternative School, Bardstown High School, Nelson County High School, and more. Learn more about what Bardstown has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thomas Nelson High School.

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